1 Corinthians 12:28

Twentieth Century New Testament 1904

In the Church God has appointed, first, Apostles, secondly Preachers, thirdly Teachers; then he has given supernatural powers, then power to cure diseases, aptness for helping others, capacity to govern, varieties of the gift of 'tongues.'

Cross References

Mark 16:17

Moreover these signs shall attend those who believe. In my Name they shall drive out demons; they shall speak with 'tongues';

Luke 6:14

They were Simon (whom Jesus also named Peter), and his brother Andrew, James, John, Philip, Bartholomew,

Acts 11:27

During this time, some Prophets came to Antioch from Jerusalem.

Acts 20:28

Be watchful over yourselves, and over the whole flock, of which the Holy Spirit has placed you in charge, to shepherd the Church of God, which he won for himself at the cost of his life.

1 Corinthians 10:32

Do not cause offence either to Jews or Greeks or to the Church of God;

1 Corinthians 12:18

But in fact God has placed each individual part just where he thought fit in the body.

1 Corinthians 12:29

Can every one be an Apostle? can every one be a Preacher? can every one be a Teacher? can every one have supernatural powers?

1 Corinthians 12:30

Can every one have power to cure diseases? can every one speak in 'tongues'? can every one interpret them?

1 Corinthians 14:2

He who, when speaking, uses the gift of 'tongues' is speaking, not to men, but to God, for no one understands him; yet in spirit he is speaking of hidden truths.

1 Corinthians 14:4

He who, when speaking, uses the gift of 'tongues' builds up his own faith, while he who preaches builds up the faith of the Church.

1 Corinthians 14:5

Now I want you all to speak in 'tongues,' but much more I wish that you should preach. A Preacher is of more account than he who speaks in 'tongues,' unless he interprets his words, so that the faith of the Church may be built up.

Ephesians 2:20

You have been built up upon the foundation laid by the Apostles and Prophets, Christ Jesus himself being 'the corner- stone.'

Ephesians 3:5

In former generations it was not made known to mankind, as fully as it has now been revealed by the Spirit to the Apostles and Prophets among Christ's People--

1 Timothy 5:17

Those Officers of the Church who fill their office well should be held deserving of especial consideration, particularly those whose work lies in preaching and teaching.

Hebrews 13:17

Obey your Leaders, and submit to their control, for they are watching over your souls, as men who will have to render an account, so that they may do it with joy, and not in sorrow. That would not be to your advantage.

Hebrews 13:24

Give our greeting to all your Leaders, and to all Christ's People. Our friends from Italy send their greetings to you.